Battle Abbey (English Heritage)
Battle Abbey is a great value day out for the whole family.
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A stay at Fairlight Wood Club Campsite is almost like taking a soothing break in a large and lovely garden. This is a small and intimate campsite set in flower rich woodland and with many quaint footpaths to wander along. The area is rich in historic value - the nearby seaside town of Hastings was William the Conqueror's base camp in 1066 and it was here he chose to build his famous castle following the historic victory at Battle.
Fairlight Wood Club Campsite offers a perfect retreat for nature lovers - its surrounding woodlands are listed as a Biodiversity area so are ideal for spotting wildlife. It's also in an ideal location for dog walking. The nearby Old Hastings is well worth the visit for its quiet charm - here you can watch the fisherman bringing home their daily catch, eat some of the freshest fish and chips you've ever tasted and then walk the meal off with a leisurely stroll along streets that still hold the atmosphere of days gone by. Choosing a holiday in East Sussex also puts you within a short distance from the scenic East Cliffs, and for walkers who enjoy a bit of a challenge, it connects with a lovely 5 mile Country Park walk which will lead you through a wealth of natural treats such as wooded valleys and secluded beaches. Look out for The Big White House in nearby Pett Level which was featured in the Channel Four series, Grand Designs.
To contact the campsite directly, please call 01424 812333
Nearest alternative campsites: Battle Normanhurst Court Club Campsite, Tanner Farm Touring Caravan and Camping Park and Daleacres Club Campsite.
*T&Cs
£5 Deposit: FREE cancellations and FREE amendments up to 21 days before arrival.
Prices
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Offers available to Club members
Battle Abbey is a great value day out for the whole family.
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Discover the beautiful Wealden countryside from the comfort of a heritage steam or diesel train
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Known as “Kent’s Mainline in Miniature", see the world famous one-third full size steam & diesel locomotives.
View and BookFrom the north, A21: about 2.5 miles past B2244 junction (0.25 mile past Claremont School signs on left and just past `Welcome to Hastings and Cinque Ports' sign) pass under overhead bridge and immediately turn right into Junction Road. At T-junction turn right (signposted A259 Folkestone). In 2.75 miles at traffic lights turn left onto A259 (signposted Rye). In 1.25 miles turn right at signpost to Pett into Friars Hill (opposite White Hart public house). 140 metres past Pett village sign turn left into Watermill Lane. The site is on the right within 0.5 mile. Please note, Watermill Lane is immediately past left bend in road, 140 metres past Pett village sign. From East (Rye) on A259: continue past Robin Hood public house and Buckswood School for approximately 3.2 miles. At Guestling turn left signposted Pett Friars Hill, opposite the White Hart public house, and proceed as above. Please only use these recommended directions for the final approach and not sat nav, due to alternative routes being unsuitable for towing.
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Vicky Crawford
Reviewed: 06/04/2025 21:17
Lovely peaceful site surrounded by pretty woodland with plenty of walking access. I would recommend this site to solo travellers and couples rather than families. There are no facilities for children on site - which suits me! Spotless facilities and welcoming friendly wardens. I have booked to return shortly to... Show more
Geoff Webb
Reviewed: 04/04/2025 19:01
Very friendly and welcoming staff, and everything clean and tidy. The approach lane is narrow, and the potholes help to keep the speed down, especially when passing other vehicles. Wonderful cycle route to Winchelsea and Pett Level, although very steep in parts. Next time to Rye, Hastings and beyond! Looking forward to our... Show more
Tracey Barnes
Reviewed: 03/04/2025 08:54
Immaculate, well maintained site with very clean facilities.
Pauline Everest
Reviewed: 31/03/2025 16:21
Second time at this camp site (October last yr) thought we would try again in the spring and a very pleasant 4day stay ,lovely woodland walks ,a visit to Rye is a must and the RSB area staff friendly and all the areas clean will return again
Martin Dunn
Reviewed: 29/03/2025 15:00
First, I’m staying, there well presented,nice and quiet,short walk to the pub with lovely food, The staf were friendly, polite and courteous and passionate about this site
Shaun Howlett
Reviewed: 27/03/2025 21:20
Fantastic site Have now been to this site a 5 times, The site is clean & tidy facilities are clean The site is well kept and the staff are very pleasant and helpful
Nigel & Janine
Reviewed: 20/03/2025 19:37
The site could not be better placed: surrounded by bluebell woods; a short walk to a pretty village (with 2 pubs & a church); close to the coast and a short drive to the tourist bustle of Hastings. The site is approx. 600m down a quiet lane; the prevailing... Show more
Sandra wood-brignall
Reviewed: 19/03/2025 14:58
Always enjoy this site. Not far from home but a lovely mini holiday. The wardens are really friendly and always smiling. Not a site for families in my view but that's fine by me lol
Lloyd Partner
Reviewed: 19/03/2025 14:47
We absolutely love staying at Fairlight Campsite. We are lucky enough to live just 45 minutes away so we do like to pay a visit once a month . We are always greeted with the loveliest welcome from the wardens and the site is immaculate all year with lovely warm... Show more
Phil davies
Reviewed: 20/02/2025 13:42
Nice site , close to Fairlight naturist beach which is why we stop in area, would make a nice naturist site or perhaps have naturist area??
Vicky Crawford
Reviewed: 06/04/2025 21:17
Lovely peaceful site surrounded by pretty woodland with plenty of walking access. I would recommend this site to solo travellers and couples rather than families. There are no facilities for children on site - which suits me! Spotless facilities and ...